Toxins and microorganism cultures trade by country: top importers, exporters and prices
World trade in toxins and microorganism cultures was worth $14.15 billion in 2024, about 113.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 78% since 2017, and up 6% on 2023.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
World trade by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $14.15B | 113.4K t |
| 2023 | $13.32B | 105.6K t |
| 2022 | $12.99B | 110.5K t |
| 2021 | $13.08B | 96.9K t |
| 2020 | $10.54B | 90.9K t |
| 2019 | $9.41B | 98.7K t |
| 2018 | $9.44B | 85.4K t |
| 2017 | $7.97B | 87.2K t |
Top toxins and microorganism cultures exporting countries
The United States is the largest exporter with 29% of world exports, followed by Ireland and the United Kingdom. The top three supply 48% between them, out of 193 exporting countries.
| Exporter | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $4.04B | 29% |
| Ireland | $1.50B | 11% |
| United Kingdom | $1.18B | 8.4% |
| Germany | $1.08B | 7.7% |
| Belgium | $823.6M | 5.8% |
| Denmark | $644.8M | 4.6% |
| Netherlands | $587.7M | 4.2% |
| France | $576.5M | 4.1% |
| Switzerland | $523.7M | 3.7% |
| Sweden | $452.8M | 3.2% |
| Austria | $444.9M | 3.1% |
| South Korea | $442.9M | 3.1% |
Top importing countries and buyer markets
The United States is the biggest buyer with 14% of world imports, ahead of Germany and the United Kingdom. Demand is spread widely: the top three take 29% across 211 importing countries.
| Importer | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $2.05B | 15% |
| Germany | $1.22B | 8.6% |
| United Kingdom | $869.0M | 6.1% |
| France | $858.7M | 6.1% |
| China | $747.9M | 5.3% |
| Sweden | $549.3M | 3.9% |
| Ireland | $508.0M | 3.6% |
| Japan | $502.2M | 3.6% |
| Italy | $477.3M | 3.4% |
| Canada | $463.1M | 3.3% |
| Netherlands | $453.7M | 3.2% |
| Russia | $431.7M | 3.1% |
Average price per kg
The world average declared value was about $124.82 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $689.59 per kg and France $63.05 per kg, so grade and origin matter.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments worldwide. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
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The shipment records behind Toxins and microorganism cultures (HS 3002.90) importers and exporters, worldwide: companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 3002.90: Toxins, cultures of micro-organisms (excluding yeasts) and similar products. HS 3002 codes.
Common questions
Which countries export the most toxins and microorganism cultures?
The United States exported $4.04 billion in 2024, 29% of the world total, followed by Ireland (11%) and the United Kingdom (8%). In all, 193 countries reported exports of this product. The full ranking and map are on this page.
Which countries import the most toxins and microorganism cultures?
The United States imported $2.05 billion in 2024, 14% of world imports, ahead of Germany (9%) and the United Kingdom (6%). The top three importers together take 29%. Each country with its own page is linked from the table.
How big is the world trade in toxins and microorganism cultures?
It was worth $14.15 billion in 2024, about 113.4 thousand tonnes. That is an increase of 78% since 2017. 2024 was the highest year since 2017. 193 countries reported exports and 211 reported imports.
What is the average price of toxins and microorganism cultures per kg?
The world average declared value was about $124.82 per kg in 2024. Among the main exporters, Ireland averaged $689.59 per kg and France $63.05 per kg, so grade and origin matter. The average mixes every grade and size, so use it as a market reference rather than an offer.
What is the HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures?
The HS code for toxins and microorganism cultures is subheading 3002.90, in chapter 30 (pharmaceutical products). The first six digits are the same in every country; national tariffs add more. The full list of codes is on the HS 3002 page.
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